When you join Daimler, you become an agent of change within our global community of people working to create a cleaner, safer, and more efficient world for today and tomorrow. Through innovation at all levels, our teams ensure our world-changing brands continue to increase the quality of life and the business success of our customers, their customers, and the world around them. The Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) brand portfolio is second to none, and includes Freightliner Trucks, Western Star Trucks, Detroit engines and components, Thomas Built Buses and Freightliner Custom Chassis.
We are the undisputed leader in the commercial vehicle market and the industry’s technology trendsetter. Empowered by purpose, DTNA employees drive a Technology Revolution through innovative products and a customer-centric culture. Our dedication to our customers and society does not end once our products hit the road. That’s because we believe that business success and social responsibility go hand in hand. We immerse ourselves in our customer’s experience, and support the environmental responsibilities of our sites to ensure our products are the reliable, sustainable and the desired tools of the future.
Job Overview
Project manufacturing engineer responsible for leading the design, procurement, and installation of plant manufacturing equipment.
Responsibilities
- Coordination of Capital projects which includes researching vendor sources, request quotations, select vendors, developing justification, writing AFE, set due date, issue requisitions (coordinate with Purchasing), schedule tryouts, trouble shoot and approve equipment.
- Lead teams of both internal and external resources to modify production processes to meet throughput, lean initiative, and other facility goals.
- Including production process conceptual layouts, equipment specification, operator ergonomic assist design, and lean improvements.
- Evaluate current production processes for improvement opportunities.
- Recommend process changes and coordinate the implementation of these changes into production.
- Ensure engineering practices comply with government regulations and safety standards.
- Implement Lean Manufacturing concepts into the production process (mistake-proofing, ergonomic analysis, standard work instructions, continuous improvement and problem-solving).
- Assisting facilities maintenance in troubleshooting/supporting mfg. equipment; robotic and PLC controlled systems.
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university/college with 3+ years of related experience required
- Degree focus in Mechanical, Manufacturing or a related technical Engineering field is preferred
- An attached resume is required
- A minimum of at least 5 years manufacturing experience required with demonstrable project leading experience preferred
- Experience with process modifications, improvements, waste elimination on a large scale required
- Good written and verbal communication skills, and be proficient in basic PC MS software (Excel, Word, Power Point, MS project, etc) required.
- Visio experience is required
- Working knowledge of mechanical systems, fabrication and assembly techniques preferred.
- 3D modeling experience is preferred
Additional Information
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. at the time of application
- Final candidate must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check
- EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.
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